Temporary double exclusion of the perforated esophagus using absorbable staples

Romeo Bardini, Luigi Bonavina, Maurizio Pavanello, Massimo Asolati, Alberto Peracchia

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Abstract

A new method for double exclusion of the esophagus is presented. Temporary closure of the cervical and intraabdominal esophagus using absorbable staples allows effective healing of esophageal perforations. The procedure should be routinely combined with drainage of the periesophageal abscess. Complete recanalization of the esophagus occurs 1 to 2 weeks after operation.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1165-1167
Number of pages3
JournalAnnals of Thoracic Surgery
Volume54
Issue number6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1992

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Surgery

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